Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay
Overview
Escape the crowds and uncover Prague’s best hidden gem — the "High Castle" Vyšehrad, a historic hilltop fortress filled with legends, stunning views, and over 1000 years of Czech history. Just a 10-minute tram ride from the city center, this peaceful site was once a royal seat and later a mighty baroque fort. Today, it’s a symbolic and mysterious place beloved by locals.
On this 2.5-hour small-group tour, guided by a passionate local expert, you’ll visit the breathtaking Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, the 11th-century Rotunda of St. Martin, the Czech National Cemetery, and the mythical Devil’s Column. Learn about Princess Libuše and her prophecy of Prague: “I see a great city whose glory will one day touch the stars.”
Take in panoramic views of the Vltava River and New Town, and enjoy a relaxing break at a local café or beer garden — your coffee, wine, beer or soft drink is included. A perfect afternoon for curious travelers seeking real stories beyond the tourist trail.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a drink at local café / beer garden.
- Alcoholic beverages Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a glass of wine or beer at local café / beer garden.
- Tram ticket - a short tram ride from meeting point to Vysehrad
- BASILICA ENTRANCE: The neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul entrance ticket
Meeting Location
Křižovnické náměstí
Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Náplavka
128 00 Praha 2-Nové Město, Czechia
This is only 10 minutes tram ride from the meeting point (or a nice walk), no worries your guide will provide you with the necessary directions.
What To Expect
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Vysehrad National Cultural Monument
1 hour 25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vysehrad Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vysehrad Cemetery
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vysehrad City Walls
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter And Paul Church
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Rotunda of St. Martin
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note - there is one solid set of stairs to walk up to Vysehrad, the rest is mostly flat surface walking and down stairs. We walk around 3.5 km, the activity level for this experience is Moderate.
- Please note - this tour ends at "Vyton" tram stop, very easy to get back to the meeting point.
- ❗️To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start. Late arrivals create confusion and it may not be possible to locate the group afterward. *Please note that late arrivals will not be refunded.
- Please note - do not expect to see a fancy castle halls and interiors - Vysehrad used to be a medieval castle, later rebuilt into a baroque fortress
- * Due to weather conditions and the nature of this tour, it is available only from late March to end of October.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Operated by a business
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a drink at local café / beer garden.
- Alcoholic beverages. Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a glass of wine or beer at local café / beer garden.
- Tram ticket - a short tram ride from meeting point to Vysehrad.
- BASILICA ENTRANCE: The neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul entrance ticket.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeAround the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a drink at local café / beer garden.
- Alcoholic beveragesAround the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a glass of wine or beer at local café / beer garden.
- Tram ticket - a short tram ride from meeting point to Vysehrad
- BASILICA ENTRANCE: The neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul entrance ticket
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note - there is one solid set of stairs to walk up to Vysehrad, the rest is mostly flat surface walking and down stairs. We walk around 3.5 km, the activity level for this experience is Moderate.
- Please note - this tour ends at "Vyton" tram stop, very easy to get back to the meeting point.
- ❗️To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start. Late arrivals create confusion and it may not be possible to locate the group afterward. *Please note that late arrivals will not be refunded.
- Please note - do not expect to see a fancy castle halls and interiors - Vysehrad used to be a medieval castle, later rebuilt into a baroque fortress
- * Due to weather conditions and the nature of this tour, it is available only from late March to end of October.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Operated by a business
